Miquelon Horses are not an official breed and are genetically similar to (or a feral strain of) the Canadian Horse<\/a>. They come from a widely varied foundation. Originally thought to have come from Norman and Breton<\/a> animals imported to the area, they were later influenced by Quarter Horse<\/a>, Appaloosa<\/a> and even some Shetland<\/a> genetics. This mix of breeds has given the animals found in Saint Pierre and Miquelon a distinct type.<\/p>\n While the animals live semi-feral, most of the herd is privately owned. Like many island horses, they must share limited resources and are often left with subpar grazing. From time to time they are taken by boat to Miquelon where there is more open grazing land to accommodate them. During the summer they are grazed wild and in the winter cold months they are stabled. <\/p>\n They are considered vulnerable and there hasn’t been much interest in them outside locals on the archipelago until 2007. A census was taken and found there were only 168 animals (there had been 200 in the 2000 census). Residents of the archipelago have a deep appreciation for these animals and make efforts to preserve their unique bloodlines.<\/p>\n Average height, smaller than 13.8 hands Head is short with a straight profile Generally bay<\/a>, brown<\/a>, chestnut<\/a> or black<\/a>, but can also be found in roan<\/a> or pinto<\/a><\/p>\n Calm and intelligent<\/p>\n Pack animal Study of the horse industry in Saint Pierre and Miquelon<\/a> (2008)<\/p>\n
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\nMane and tail hairs are fine<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
\nNeck is thin
\nChest is wide
\nShoulders are inclined
\nWithers somewhat pronounced
\nBack is short
\nLegs are strong
\nHooves are large<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
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\nTourist attraction
\nRiding pony<\/p>\nHelpful Links<\/h3>\n
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